In May of 2026, HUD withdrew its previous guidance for ESAs and stated that it will typically only investigate housing complaints where the animal in question is one that has been individually trained for the disability.<\/p>\n
What has not changed: The federal Fair Housing Act, New York state law, local human rights laws in New York City, and your ability to file suit in court. Since New York state and local laws are very broad, New York residents are better off than those living in states that followed the previous guidance from HUD. That said, always check with the appropriate agency or an attorney for up-to-date information.<\/p>\n
ESA vs. Service Dog vs. Pet in New York<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nCategory<\/th>\n ESA (Emotional Support Animal)<\/th>\n Service Dog<\/th>\n Pet<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n \n\nTraining<\/td>\n Not required<\/td>\n Task-trained<\/td>\n Not required<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nPublic Access<\/td>\n No general access<\/td>\n Broad access<\/td>\n None<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nHousing Protection<\/td>\n Reasonable accommodation under applicable state, city, and federal law<\/td>\n Protected under applicable disability rights laws<\/td>\n No special protection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nAir Travel<\/td>\n Treated as a pet<\/td>\n Covered under U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) service dog rules<\/td>\n Treated as a pet<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n \nMain Laws<\/td>\n New York State Human Rights Law, NYC Human Rights Law, Fair Housing Act (FHA)<\/td>\n Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), FHA, applicable New York law<\/td>\n No specific disability-related protections<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\nAn ESA provides comfort through companionship and presence. Its legal protection applies mainly to housing.<\/p>\n
How New York Law Protects You in Housing<\/strong><\/h2>\nThree types of law could apply:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- The Fair Housing Act (FHA), a piece of federal law that bans disability discrimination and mandates reasonable accommodations<\/li>\n
- The New York State Human Rights Law, which bans disability discrimination in housing and refusal of reasonable accommodations necessary for enjoying housing facilities<\/li>\n
- The New York City Human Rights Law, which applies in all five boroughs and is considered one of the broadest pieces of civil rights legislation in the nation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
There is no rulebook for ESAs in New York State. ESA requests fall under the category of reasonable accommodation requests, but the rules in New York are applied generously in favor of the disabled person.<\/p>\n
What Makes New York City Different<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe NYC Human Rights Law<\/strong><\/p>\nIf you’re a New Yorker, you have the option to apply to the NYC Commission on Human Rights, which is the body enforcing the city’s law. The city law interpretation is much wider compared to federal law and includes important remedies like compensatory damages and civil penalties for deliberate violations.<\/p>\n
The NYC “90-Day Pet Law”<\/strong><\/p>\nThere’s another regulation in New York City that can provide relief for all pet owners living in certain multi-unit buildings. Under the “90-day pet law,” if the tenant has a pet for 90 days or more, the landlord has known about the pet and doesn’t do anything about it, then the clause prohibiting pets in the lease agreement becomes null and void. This law is not an ESA law, but it provides an additional safety net for tenants who are already keeping their pets.<\/p>\n
Co-ops and Condos<\/strong><\/p>\nCo-ops and condos are common in NYC. Housing cooperatives and condominium boards can still be subject to fair housing and human rights laws, so ESA requests there should still be treated as accommodation requests, though the process can be more involved.<\/p>\n
What Is an ESA Letter?<\/strong><\/h2>\nA disability accommodation letter from an ESA is a form issued by a qualified health or mental health practitioner. The letter verifies your need for accommodation due to a disability and that the animal helps mitigate the effects of your disability.<\/p>\n
A valid letter typically includes:<\/p>\n
\n- The professional’s name, license type, license number, and state of licensure<\/li>\n
- The date the letter was issued<\/li>\n
- A statement that you have a condition that qualifies as a disability<\/li>\n
- A statement that the animal provides disability-related support<\/li>\n
- A statement that the provider has personal knowledge of your condition<\/li>\n
- The professional’s signature and contact information<\/li>\n
- The letter does not have to reveal your specific diagnosis to your landlord.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Who Can Write an ESA Letter in New York?<\/strong><\/h2>\nA letter should come from a licensed professional who has genuinely evaluated you, such as:<\/p>\n
\n- Licensed physicians<\/li>\n
- Licensed psychologists<\/li>\n
- Psychiatrists<\/li>\n
- Licensed clinical social workers<\/li>\n
- Licensed mental health counselors<\/li>\n
- Psychiatric nurse practitioners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
According to my research, New York has not implemented any letter mill laws regarding the ESA, such as mandatory relationship duration or in-person evaluation, and telemedicine assessments are allowed. Landlords or co-op boards may dispute poorly documented cases; hence, a thorough assessment is necessary.<\/p>\n
Who Qualifies for an ESA Letter?<\/strong><\/h2>\nYou may qualify if you live with a mental or emotional condition that affects your daily life and an animal helps ease your symptoms. Common examples include:<\/p>\n
\n- Anxiety disorders and panic attacks<\/li>\n
- Depression<\/li>\n
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)<\/li>\n
- Social anxiety and phobias<\/li>\n
- Attention deficit disorders<\/li>\n
- Stress-related sleep problems<\/li>\n
- Grief and adjustment disorders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A qualifying condition doesn’t guarantee a letter. The licensed professional decides after evaluating you.<\/p>\n
What New York Landlords Can and Can’t Do<\/strong><\/h2>\nLandlords generally can:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Ask for reliable documentation when your disability or need isn’t obvious<\/li>\n
- Deny or limit an animal that poses a direct threat to health or safety that can’t be reduced<\/li>\n
- Deny an animal that would cause substantial property damage<\/li>\n
- Hold you responsible for damage your animal causes<\/li>\n
- Pursue lease remedies for breaches related to the animal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Landlords generally cannot:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Require documentation when your disability and need are already obvious or known<\/li>\n
- Demand access to your medical records or providers<\/li>\n
- Demand your specific diagnosis<\/li>\n
- Reject an animal on breed, weight, or size alone, without evidence about that animal<\/li>\n
- Reject your request solely because of a blanket “no pets” policy without an individualized review<\/li>\n
- Retaliate against you for requesting an accommodation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
About pet fees<\/strong>: Until 2026, the usual stance was that a landlord could not charge pet rent or deposits for a legitimate ESA. Now that HUD has backed out, fee waivers are not definite at the federal level anymore, but due to the expansive human rights legislation in New York, there is room for further arguments. Ask your landlord about their policies on fees, make sure to keep a record of any fees, and consult a lawyer if you think the fee is inappropriate.<\/p>\nESAs in New York Workplaces<\/strong><\/h2>\nNew York has no ESA-specific workplace statute. State and city human rights laws require reasonable accommodations for disabilities and cover a wide range of employers, including smaller ones. You can request an ESA as an accommodation, and the employer will consider:<\/p>\n
\n- Whether you have a qualifying disability<\/li>\n
- How the animal relates to your disability-related need<\/li>\n
- Coworker allergies or safety concerns<\/li>\n
- Whether other accommodations would work<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Workplace ESA accommodations are less established than housing protections, and approval isn’t guaranteed.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n
Places open to the public<\/strong>: ESAs do not have any rights of public access in New York State. The public access laws of New York State are applicable only to trained guide, hearing, and service dogs. Businesses such as restaurants, stores, hotels, etc. may legally exclude ESAs, although some of them choose to welcome them. Passing off ESAs as service animals may invite consequences.<\/p>\nAir travel<\/strong>: Since the implementation of the regulation of the U.S. Department of Transportation in early 2021, airlines are no longer required to give special treatment to ESAs as compared to pets.<\/p>\nPenalties for ESA Misrepresentation in New York<\/strong><\/h2>\nFrom my findings, there is no New York ESA Fraud Law that covers housing situations. Using your ESA to pass off as a service animal in order to obtain access to public places may be subject to charges under the laws of New York for service animals. There are various risks of lying in housing, such as difficulty in obtaining a lease and loss of the accommodation. The best way forward is honesty.<\/p>\n
How to Get an ESA Letter in New York: Step by Step<\/strong><\/h2>\nStep 1: Choose a legitimate provider<\/strong><\/h3>\nLook for licensed professionals, a transparent process, and no promises of guaranteed approval.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Complete an assessment<\/strong><\/h3>\nShare your symptoms, history, and how your animal helps you.<\/p>\n
Step 3: Take part in a genuine evaluation<\/strong><\/h3>\nA licensed professional should review your situation and may follow up by phone or video.<\/p>\n
Step 4: Receive your letter<\/strong><\/h3>\nIf an ESA is appropriate, the professional writes your letter with their license details, signature, and date.<\/p>\n
Step 5: Submit a written request to your landlord, co-op board, or condo board<\/strong><\/h3>\nAttach your letter, describe your animal, and ask for an individualized decision.<\/p>\n
Step 6: Keep records<\/strong><\/h3>\nSave your letter, emails, and any replies or denials.<\/p>\n
An ESA provides comfort through companionship and presence. Its legal protection applies mainly to housing.<\/p>\n
How New York Law Protects You in Housing<\/strong><\/h2>\nThree types of law could apply:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- The Fair Housing Act (FHA), a piece of federal law that bans disability discrimination and mandates reasonable accommodations<\/li>\n
- The New York State Human Rights Law, which bans disability discrimination in housing and refusal of reasonable accommodations necessary for enjoying housing facilities<\/li>\n
- The New York City Human Rights Law, which applies in all five boroughs and is considered one of the broadest pieces of civil rights legislation in the nation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
There is no rulebook for ESAs in New York State. ESA requests fall under the category of reasonable accommodation requests, but the rules in New York are applied generously in favor of the disabled person.<\/p>\n
What Makes New York City Different<\/strong><\/h2>\nThe NYC Human Rights Law<\/strong><\/p>\nIf you’re a New Yorker, you have the option to apply to the NYC Commission on Human Rights, which is the body enforcing the city’s law. The city law interpretation is much wider compared to federal law and includes important remedies like compensatory damages and civil penalties for deliberate violations.<\/p>\n
The NYC “90-Day Pet Law”<\/strong><\/p>\nThere’s another regulation in New York City that can provide relief for all pet owners living in certain multi-unit buildings. Under the “90-day pet law,” if the tenant has a pet for 90 days or more, the landlord has known about the pet and doesn’t do anything about it, then the clause prohibiting pets in the lease agreement becomes null and void. This law is not an ESA law, but it provides an additional safety net for tenants who are already keeping their pets.<\/p>\n
Co-ops and Condos<\/strong><\/p>\nCo-ops and condos are common in NYC. Housing cooperatives and condominium boards can still be subject to fair housing and human rights laws, so ESA requests there should still be treated as accommodation requests, though the process can be more involved.<\/p>\n
What Is an ESA Letter?<\/strong><\/h2>\nA disability accommodation letter from an ESA is a form issued by a qualified health or mental health practitioner. The letter verifies your need for accommodation due to a disability and that the animal helps mitigate the effects of your disability.<\/p>\n
A valid letter typically includes:<\/p>\n
\n- The professional’s name, license type, license number, and state of licensure<\/li>\n
- The date the letter was issued<\/li>\n
- A statement that you have a condition that qualifies as a disability<\/li>\n
- A statement that the animal provides disability-related support<\/li>\n
- A statement that the provider has personal knowledge of your condition<\/li>\n
- The professional’s signature and contact information<\/li>\n
- The letter does not have to reveal your specific diagnosis to your landlord.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Who Can Write an ESA Letter in New York?<\/strong><\/h2>\nA letter should come from a licensed professional who has genuinely evaluated you, such as:<\/p>\n
\n- Licensed physicians<\/li>\n
- Licensed psychologists<\/li>\n
- Psychiatrists<\/li>\n
- Licensed clinical social workers<\/li>\n
- Licensed mental health counselors<\/li>\n
- Psychiatric nurse practitioners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
According to my research, New York has not implemented any letter mill laws regarding the ESA, such as mandatory relationship duration or in-person evaluation, and telemedicine assessments are allowed. Landlords or co-op boards may dispute poorly documented cases; hence, a thorough assessment is necessary.<\/p>\n
Who Qualifies for an ESA Letter?<\/strong><\/h2>\nYou may qualify if you live with a mental or emotional condition that affects your daily life and an animal helps ease your symptoms. Common examples include:<\/p>\n
\n- Anxiety disorders and panic attacks<\/li>\n
- Depression<\/li>\n
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)<\/li>\n
- Social anxiety and phobias<\/li>\n
- Attention deficit disorders<\/li>\n
- Stress-related sleep problems<\/li>\n
- Grief and adjustment disorders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A qualifying condition doesn’t guarantee a letter. The licensed professional decides after evaluating you.<\/p>\n
What New York Landlords Can and Can’t Do<\/strong><\/h2>\nLandlords generally can:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Ask for reliable documentation when your disability or need isn’t obvious<\/li>\n
- Deny or limit an animal that poses a direct threat to health or safety that can’t be reduced<\/li>\n
- Deny an animal that would cause substantial property damage<\/li>\n
- Hold you responsible for damage your animal causes<\/li>\n
- Pursue lease remedies for breaches related to the animal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Landlords generally cannot:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Require documentation when your disability and need are already obvious or known<\/li>\n
- Demand access to your medical records or providers<\/li>\n
- Demand your specific diagnosis<\/li>\n
- Reject an animal on breed, weight, or size alone, without evidence about that animal<\/li>\n
- Reject your request solely because of a blanket “no pets” policy without an individualized review<\/li>\n
- Retaliate against you for requesting an accommodation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
About pet fees<\/strong>: Until 2026, the usual stance was that a landlord could not charge pet rent or deposits for a legitimate ESA. Now that HUD has backed out, fee waivers are not definite at the federal level anymore, but due to the expansive human rights legislation in New York, there is room for further arguments. Ask your landlord about their policies on fees, make sure to keep a record of any fees, and consult a lawyer if you think the fee is inappropriate.<\/p>\nESAs in New York Workplaces<\/strong><\/h2>\nNew York has no ESA-specific workplace statute. State and city human rights laws require reasonable accommodations for disabilities and cover a wide range of employers, including smaller ones. You can request an ESA as an accommodation, and the employer will consider:<\/p>\n
\n- Whether you have a qualifying disability<\/li>\n
- How the animal relates to your disability-related need<\/li>\n
- Coworker allergies or safety concerns<\/li>\n
- Whether other accommodations would work<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Workplace ESA accommodations are less established than housing protections, and approval isn’t guaranteed.<\/p>\n
Public Access and Air Travel<\/strong><\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Places open to the public<\/strong>: ESAs do not have any rights of public access in New York State. The public access laws of New York State are applicable only to trained guide, hearing, and service dogs. Businesses such as restaurants, stores, hotels, etc. may legally exclude ESAs, although some of them choose to welcome them. Passing off ESAs as service animals may invite consequences.<\/p>\nAir travel<\/strong>: Since the implementation of the regulation of the U.S. Department of Transportation in early 2021, airlines are no longer required to give special treatment to ESAs as compared to pets.<\/p>\nPenalties for ESA Misrepresentation in New York<\/strong><\/h2>\nFrom my findings, there is no New York ESA Fraud Law that covers housing situations. Using your ESA to pass off as a service animal in order to obtain access to public places may be subject to charges under the laws of New York for service animals. There are various risks of lying in housing, such as difficulty in obtaining a lease and loss of the accommodation. The best way forward is honesty.<\/p>\n
How to Get an ESA Letter in New York: Step by Step<\/strong><\/h2>\nStep 1: Choose a legitimate provider<\/strong><\/h3>\nLook for licensed professionals, a transparent process, and no promises of guaranteed approval.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Complete an assessment<\/strong><\/h3>\nShare your symptoms, history, and how your animal helps you.<\/p>\n
Step 3: Take part in a genuine evaluation<\/strong><\/h3>\nA licensed professional should review your situation and may follow up by phone or video.<\/p>\n
Step 4: Receive your letter<\/strong><\/h3>\nIf an ESA is appropriate, the professional writes your letter with their license details, signature, and date.<\/p>\n
Step 5: Submit a written request to your landlord, co-op board, or condo board<\/strong><\/h3>\nAttach your letter, describe your animal, and ask for an individualized decision.<\/p>\n
Step 6: Keep records<\/strong><\/h3>\nSave your letter, emails, and any replies or denials.<\/p>\n
- \n
- The Fair Housing Act (FHA), a piece of federal law that bans disability discrimination and mandates reasonable accommodations<\/li>\n
- The New York State Human Rights Law, which bans disability discrimination in housing and refusal of reasonable accommodations necessary for enjoying housing facilities<\/li>\n
- The New York City Human Rights Law, which applies in all five boroughs and is considered one of the broadest pieces of civil rights legislation in the nation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
There is no rulebook for ESAs in New York State. ESA requests fall under the category of reasonable accommodation requests, but the rules in New York are applied generously in favor of the disabled person.<\/p>\n
What Makes New York City Different<\/strong><\/h2>\n
The NYC Human Rights Law<\/strong><\/p>\n
If you’re a New Yorker, you have the option to apply to the NYC Commission on Human Rights, which is the body enforcing the city’s law. The city law interpretation is much wider compared to federal law and includes important remedies like compensatory damages and civil penalties for deliberate violations.<\/p>\n
The NYC “90-Day Pet Law”<\/strong><\/p>\n
There’s another regulation in New York City that can provide relief for all pet owners living in certain multi-unit buildings. Under the “90-day pet law,” if the tenant has a pet for 90 days or more, the landlord has known about the pet and doesn’t do anything about it, then the clause prohibiting pets in the lease agreement becomes null and void. This law is not an ESA law, but it provides an additional safety net for tenants who are already keeping their pets.<\/p>\n
Co-ops and Condos<\/strong><\/p>\n
Co-ops and condos are common in NYC. Housing cooperatives and condominium boards can still be subject to fair housing and human rights laws, so ESA requests there should still be treated as accommodation requests, though the process can be more involved.<\/p>\n
What Is an ESA Letter?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
A disability accommodation letter from an ESA is a form issued by a qualified health or mental health practitioner. The letter verifies your need for accommodation due to a disability and that the animal helps mitigate the effects of your disability.<\/p>\n
A valid letter typically includes:<\/p>\n
- \n
- The professional’s name, license type, license number, and state of licensure<\/li>\n
- The date the letter was issued<\/li>\n
- A statement that you have a condition that qualifies as a disability<\/li>\n
- A statement that the animal provides disability-related support<\/li>\n
- A statement that the provider has personal knowledge of your condition<\/li>\n
- The professional’s signature and contact information<\/li>\n
- The letter does not have to reveal your specific diagnosis to your landlord.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Who Can Write an ESA Letter in New York?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
A letter should come from a licensed professional who has genuinely evaluated you, such as:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Licensed physicians<\/li>\n
- Licensed psychologists<\/li>\n
- Psychiatrists<\/li>\n
- Licensed clinical social workers<\/li>\n
- Licensed mental health counselors<\/li>\n
- Psychiatric nurse practitioners<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
According to my research, New York has not implemented any letter mill laws regarding the ESA, such as mandatory relationship duration or in-person evaluation, and telemedicine assessments are allowed. Landlords or co-op boards may dispute poorly documented cases; hence, a thorough assessment is necessary.<\/p>\n
Who Qualifies for an ESA Letter?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
You may qualify if you live with a mental or emotional condition that affects your daily life and an animal helps ease your symptoms. Common examples include:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Anxiety disorders and panic attacks<\/li>\n
- Depression<\/li>\n
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)<\/li>\n
- Social anxiety and phobias<\/li>\n
- Attention deficit disorders<\/li>\n
- Stress-related sleep problems<\/li>\n
- Grief and adjustment disorders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
A qualifying condition doesn’t guarantee a letter. The licensed professional decides after evaluating you.<\/p>\n
What New York Landlords Can and Can’t Do<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Landlords generally can:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Ask for reliable documentation when your disability or need isn’t obvious<\/li>\n
- Deny or limit an animal that poses a direct threat to health or safety that can’t be reduced<\/li>\n
- Deny an animal that would cause substantial property damage<\/li>\n
- Hold you responsible for damage your animal causes<\/li>\n
- Pursue lease remedies for breaches related to the animal<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Landlords generally cannot:<\/strong><\/p>\n
- \n
- Require documentation when your disability and need are already obvious or known<\/li>\n
- Demand access to your medical records or providers<\/li>\n
- Demand your specific diagnosis<\/li>\n
- Reject an animal on breed, weight, or size alone, without evidence about that animal<\/li>\n
- Reject your request solely because of a blanket “no pets” policy without an individualized review<\/li>\n
- Retaliate against you for requesting an accommodation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
About pet fees<\/strong>: Until 2026, the usual stance was that a landlord could not charge pet rent or deposits for a legitimate ESA. Now that HUD has backed out, fee waivers are not definite at the federal level anymore, but due to the expansive human rights legislation in New York, there is room for further arguments. Ask your landlord about their policies on fees, make sure to keep a record of any fees, and consult a lawyer if you think the fee is inappropriate.<\/p>\n
ESAs in New York Workplaces<\/strong><\/h2>\n
New York has no ESA-specific workplace statute. State and city human rights laws require reasonable accommodations for disabilities and cover a wide range of employers, including smaller ones. You can request an ESA as an accommodation, and the employer will consider:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Whether you have a qualifying disability<\/li>\n
- How the animal relates to your disability-related need<\/li>\n
- Coworker allergies or safety concerns<\/li>\n
- Whether other accommodations would work<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Workplace ESA accommodations are less established than housing protections, and approval isn’t guaranteed.<\/p>\n
Public Access and Air Travel<\/strong><\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nPlaces open to the public<\/strong>: ESAs do not have any rights of public access in New York State. The public access laws of New York State are applicable only to trained guide, hearing, and service dogs. Businesses such as restaurants, stores, hotels, etc. may legally exclude ESAs, although some of them choose to welcome them. Passing off ESAs as service animals may invite consequences.<\/p>\n
Air travel<\/strong>: Since the implementation of the regulation of the U.S. Department of Transportation in early 2021, airlines are no longer required to give special treatment to ESAs as compared to pets.<\/p>\n
Penalties for ESA Misrepresentation in New York<\/strong><\/h2>\n
From my findings, there is no New York ESA Fraud Law that covers housing situations. Using your ESA to pass off as a service animal in order to obtain access to public places may be subject to charges under the laws of New York for service animals. There are various risks of lying in housing, such as difficulty in obtaining a lease and loss of the accommodation. The best way forward is honesty.<\/p>\n
How to Get an ESA Letter in New York: Step by Step<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Step 1: Choose a legitimate provider<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Look for licensed professionals, a transparent process, and no promises of guaranteed approval.<\/p>\n
Step 2: Complete an assessment<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Share your symptoms, history, and how your animal helps you.<\/p>\n
Step 3: Take part in a genuine evaluation<\/strong><\/h3>\n
A licensed professional should review your situation and may follow up by phone or video.<\/p>\n
Step 4: Receive your letter<\/strong><\/h3>\n
If an ESA is appropriate, the professional writes your letter with their license details, signature, and date.<\/p>\n
Step 5: Submit a written request to your landlord, co-op board, or condo board<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Attach your letter, describe your animal, and ask for an individualized decision.<\/p>\n
Step 6: Keep records<\/strong><\/h3>\n
Save your letter, emails, and any replies or denials.<\/p>\n